CHANDIGARH, April 8, 2026: Punjab Industries and Commerce, Investment Promotion, Local Government and Power Minister Sanjeev Arora on Tuesday announced the development of a state-of-the-art multi-purpose Exhibition and Convention Centre (ECC) in Mohali.
The project will come up near Plaksha University and the Infosys campus in Sector 83, highlighting Punjab’s growing position as a hub for investment, infrastructure and global business opportunities.
₹250 Crore Project in IT City Mohali
Minister Sanjeev Arora said that the project will be developed on around 14 acres in the heart of Mohali IT City under the public-private partnership (PPP) model.
The estimated cost of the project is around ₹250 crore and it will be developed by Exhicon Events Media Solutions Limited. The concession period for the project will be 15 years.
He said that this major initiative reflects the vision of AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal and Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to make Punjab a preferred destination for investment and international events.
Modern Infrastructure for Global Events
The convention centre will be designed to host large national and international events with world-class infrastructure and facilities.
The project will be completed in two phases. The first phase is expected to be completed by December 31, 2026, while the second phase will be completed by December 31, 2027.
Key Features of the Convention Centre
Minister Arora shared details of the infrastructure, stating that the ECC will include large column-free exhibition halls.
These will include two major halls of approximately 40,000 sq ft and 15,000 sq ft, along with a 15,000 sq ft retail, food and beverage zone.
The facility will also provide parking space for around 1,000 vehicles, along with landscaped public spaces and open areas for hosting events.
Capacity for Large-Scale Events
The ECC will be a flexible, multi-purpose venue capable of hosting a wide range of events.
It will accommodate conferences with 5,000 to 10,000 delegates and provide meeting spaces of around 20,000 sq ft for up to 2,000 people.
The centre will also support trade fairs with 200 to 500 booths, corporate events for 1,000 to 10,000 attendees, cultural programs, and social gatherings with a capacity of up to 15,000 people.
Focus on Modern Design and Sustainability
The minister said that the project will follow modern design and sustainability standards.
It will feature advanced column-free structures, efficient traffic and logistics planning, and integration of modern MEP, AV and IT systems.
The facility will comply with National Building Code (NBC) standards, fire safety norms, accessibility requirements and green 5-star sustainable design principles.
Boost to Jobs, Tourism and Investment
Highlighting the economic impact, Sanjeev Arora said that the project is expected to generate between 15,000 to 25,000 jobs in the first five years.
He added that it will boost tourism, hospitality and related sectors, and strengthen Punjab’s position as a leading MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) destination.
Part of Larger Development Vision
The minister said that the project aligns with the Punjab government’s broader vision of developing Mohali as a 21st-century IT and services hub.
It will improve ease of doing business, strengthen the investor ecosystem, and support global collaborations and large-scale events.
During the press conference, Exhicon Group Chairman M.Q. Syed, PUDA ACA Vikas Hira, project architects Sanjay Surya and Rahul Shah were also present.
